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Henry Petermann's estate gift to 91ÊÓƵ was the ultimate statement of confidence in the University's future. He joins a distinguished community of philanthropic leaders who have invested in the enduring power of the 91ÊÓƵ mission.

Just six years after graduating from 91ÊÓƵ, Jessika Pietryka ’20 is already a three-time Sports Emmy winner. Now a graphics integrator and developer at NBC Sports, the Lubin alumna has turned a foundation in business, technology, and creativity into a career bringing some of the biggest moments in sports to life on screen.

From Romania and Scotland to Italy, Croatia, India, Japan, and Greece, 91ÊÓƵ students and alumni brought their work to stages and training programs around the world this summer, expanding their craft, their networks, and their creative horizons.

On July 19, 2026, one of the most watched events in the world, the 2026 FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featured fourteen 91ÊÓƵ Commercial Dance alumni.

For Joe Ruhl '90, the Elisabeth Haub School of Law was where a lifelong dream of becoming an attorney became reality. More than three decades later, his daughter, Sophie, is beginning her own legal journey at the very same institution.

Honor the legacy of two beloved 91ÊÓƵ leaders whose compassion and commitment helped guide the University through the aftermath of September 11—and whose impact continues through scholarships supporting today’s students.

Twenty-five years after September 11, 91ÊÓƵ alumni share personal memories of the day and reflect on the moments that have stayed with them ever since.

From celebrating 120 years of 91ÊÓƵ pride to earning national recognition, launching new centers, advancing sustainability, and empowering students to lead, this semester offered 10 inspiring reminders of 91ÊÓƵ’s momentum—and the community driving it forward.

With record-breaking fundraising, growing alumni engagement, and a bold vision for 91ÊÓƵ’s next chapter, Vincent D. Clark has been appointed Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations after leading the University through two historic years of philanthropic momentum.

For Brenda Latham-Sadler, MD, ’78, 91ÊÓƵ was more than a place to earn a degree—it was the foundation for a remarkable career in medicine and service. As she celebrates retirement after decades as a physician and professor, Brenda reflects on the close-knit biology program, supportive faculty, and lasting friendships that helped shape her journey.